Family Support Specialist
The role of a Family Support Specialist is to provide high-quality support to children and their families in need.
* This involves developing professional relationships with children, parents, and carers.
* Supporting the daily care and supervision of children, including activities such as household chores and personal care.
* Contributing to the development of young people by promoting and providing a healthy lifestyle.
Key Skills:
* A compassionate and empathetic approach.
* An understanding of mental health issues, medical conditions, social welfare systems, and childcare policies.
* Experience in report writing and creating individualized support plans.
The ideal candidate will be sensitive to the needs of individual children, taking into account their race, culture, language, and religion. They will also be able to establish and maintain contact with parents, teachers, and other professionals acting in the best interests of the child at all times.